Mechanicsville HS- Senior Teacher for Special Education

Salary : $58,335.12 - $94,261.60 Annually

Location : Mechanicsville, VA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 03429

Department : Mechanicsville High School

Opening Date : 02 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide instructional leadership through effective implementation of curriculum and instruction in the area of special education as measured by stated outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Demonstrates knowledge of research-based techniques / programs for achieving specific curriculum objectives in special education.
• Demonstrates evidence of leadership - subject area and school-wide activities (planning, implementing, and monitoring special education instruction).
• Demonstrates participatory decision-making leadership style.
• Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills, and models excellent human relations skills.
• Monitor implementation of state and federal mandates as they apply to students with disabilities.
• Provide technical assistance to special education teachers collaborative teachers and staff.
• Serve as chairperson for eligibility committees.
• Provide input at Multi-disciplinary School based team meetings which problem solve issues related to individual student programs.
• Assist in reviewing the development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEP).
• Monitor teacher caseloads.
• Assist with manifestation determination meetings.
• Monitor the proper record keeping for all children receiving special education services in assigned schools and review the record for legal compliance.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and conduction professional development with respect to instructional improvement in special education.
• Participate in district special education leadership meetings as scheduled and follow-through with district decision / recommendations at the school level.
• Monitor fidelity of implementation of district special education curriculum at school level.
• Model and demonstrate effective teaching techniques in the classroom.
• Use peer coaching and modeling to assist other teacher in maximizing instructional effectiveness.
• Observe special education teachers to assist them with maximizing their teaching effectiveness.
• Assist in coordinating activities related to the participation of children with disabilities in the various assessment programs.
• Assist principal in interviewing teachers.
• Work with mentoring new special education teachers.
• Keeps informed on the latest research, trends, and developments in special education and disseminates this information to teachers / principals.
• Assists the principal in determining the types of programs needed by the school and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Perform other duties as determined appropriate by the principal.

Qualifications : KSA's, Education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must have demonstrated the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with children with special needs, teachers, and parents, through the child study process. Must have working knowledge of federal and state special education regulations. Demonstrated leadership skills in the design and provision of specialized instruction to students with IEP.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's Degree in special education, administration and supervision, or curriculum and instruction. At least three years of recent, successful experience as a special education teacher. Special Education and Admin and Supervision Endorsements.

Terms of Employment

LOCATION : Assigned

WORK SCHEDULE : 8 hrs a day, 11 months (239 days)

PAYGRADE : 17

SALARY SCALE : Uniform

FLSA STATUS : Exempt

Physical requirements and Disclaimer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Position requires regular climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

Updated 11 / 2016

Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Please visit https : / / hcps.us / departments / human_resources / benefitscompensation for more information on our competitive benefits package. If you have further questions about your benefit status, please contact your recruiter.

The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call (804) 365-4500.

SPED How many years of full-time experience do you have as a Special Education teacher, administrator or supervisor?

Do you currently hold a Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision from the state of Virginia?

Required Question

Salary : $58,335 - $94,262